1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 490 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Holden Drover | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Drover |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |